Craftsman 919.156830 Owner's Manual

Permanently lubricated air compressor

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OWNERS
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
919.156730
919.156830
Listed
_
721Y
Air
Compressor
IMPORTANT:
Read the Safety Guidelines
and All Instructions
Carefully Before Operating
CRAFTSMAN
PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED
AIR COMPRESSOR
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
REPAIR PARTS
Record in the spaces provided°
(1) The model
number
which can be
found on the label on the back of the
shroud°
(2) The code number
which can be
found on the foil label on the back of
the air tank.
(3)
The Manufacturers
Number (ASME
Code Compressors
only) is located
on the metal data plate which is
welded onto the back side of the air
tank, (This data plate is painted the
same color as the tank°)
Retain these numbers for future
reference.
Model No .....
Code Noo
Mfg. No.
Sears,
Roebuck
and Co., Chicago,
IL 60684
U.S.A.
S!-30-09-20
4/90

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  • Page 1 OWNERS MANUAL CRAFTSMAN MODEL NO. PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED 919.156730 919.156830 AIR COMPRESSOR Record in the spaces provided° (1) The model number which can be found on the label on the back of the shroud° (2) The code number which can be found on the foil label on the back of the air tank.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page WARRANTY ............SAFETY GUIDEUNES ..........WARNING CHART ..........SPECIFICATION CHART ........GLOSSARY ............GENERAL INFORMATION ..........DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION ......... ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ..........Tools Needed for Assembly ......... Installing Wheels, Wheel Plates, Handle, Rubber foot strip .... Installing Shut-off Valve ............
  • Page 3: Warranty

    FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY AIR COMPRESSORS If this air compressor fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES AND SEARS WILL REPAIR iT, FREE OF CHARGE. if this air compressor is used for commercial or rental purposes, the warranty will apply for ninety days from the date of purchase.
  • Page 4 WHAT TO WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT LOOK FOR Air Tank Modifications to the air compressor can cause Do not adjust, remove or tamper with the safety the air tank to rupture or explode, valve or pressure switch If safety valve or pressure switch replacement is necessary, a part with the same rating must be used, Never use a motor with a higher horsepower rating...
  • Page 5: Specification Chart

    SPECIFICATION CHART 919:156730 919.156830 Model No. Horsepower 11_8 11.8 Displacement CFM 2%" 23/8 Bore 1.35" 1..35" Stroke 120/240 120/240 Voltage-Single Phase "15 amps 15 *amps Minimum Branch Circuit Requirement "Fusetron ..Fusetron" **Fuse Type Type T*** Type T*** 15 gaL 15 gaL A..SM.E.
  • Page 6: General Information

    GENERAL INFORiViATION You have purchased an air compressor unit consisting of brushes, sandblasters, or inflatingtires and plastic toys, a 1 cylinder; single-stage air' compressor pump, an air spraying weed killers, insecticides, etc.. tank, air hose, wheels, handles, and associated con- trots_ You will also find an air chuck.
  • Page 7: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Tools Needed for Assembly 2. Remove the protective paper strip from the adhesive • pipe thread sealant (not included) backed rubber foot strip Attach the foot strip to the • a %s" socket or open end wrench for attaching the bottom of the air tank leg.
  • Page 8: Grounding Instructions

    Grounding instructions Outlet Plug IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK_ IN THE EVENT OF A SHORT CIRCUIT, GROUNDING REDUCES THE RISK OF SHOCK BY PROVIDING AN ESCAPE WIRE FOR THE ELECTRIC CUR- RENT. THIS AIR COMPRESSOR MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED° GROU_ The air compressor is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug...
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    4oTurn theOFF/AUTO lever t o"AUTO" andallowtank pressure t obuild° M otor w illstop when tankpressure reaches " cut-out" p ressure, 5, Open theshut-off v alve° WATER WILL CONDENSE IN THE AIR TANK. IF NOT DRAINED, WATER WILL CORRODE 6.Always o perate t heaircompressor in well-ventilated AND WEAKEN THE AIR TANK CAUSING A areas;...
  • Page 10: Storage

    STORAGE Before you store the air compressor, make sure you do 2. Protect the electrical cord and air hose from damage the following: (such as being stepped on or run over) Wind them loosely around the compressor handle,, 1, Review the "Maintenance" section on the preceeding pages and perform maintenance as necessary.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Air leak from Safety Valve,, Possible defect in Safety Valve. Operate safety valve manually by pulling on ring, if valve still leaks, it should be replaced Knocking Noise, Defective Check Valve. Remove and clean or replace, Compressor is not supply- Prolonged excessive use of air.
  • Page 12: Air Compressor Diagram

    AiR COMPRESSOR DIAGRAM SEE PAGE 14AND FOR COMPRESSOR/MOTOR PARTS BREAKDOWN. 45 46 83940 ., 59...
  • Page 13: Parts Ust

    TA,o4187 Air Tank (Model Nor 919.156730) STD541437 Nut %"-16 (6 used) CAC-4313 Wheel (2 used) CAC-6O Shoulder bolt 3/o"-16× 21/4"(2 used) LA-1811-1 Sears Craftsman Label SUDL-6-1 Rubber foot strip Drain Tank Label LA_1978 CAC-1087 Handle (black finish) H-2099 Adapter Shut-off valve...
  • Page 14: Compressor Pump Diagram

    COMPRESSOR PUMP DIAGRAM ..,/_ POSITION LOCATING MARK TOWARDS MOTOR,...
  • Page 15: Parts Ust

    PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER SSW-7463 Shrink Tubing SSP-6088 Barbed fitting CAC-4215-1 Cord assembly - motor SSW-7367 Strain relief (2 used) Pressure release valve and mounting nut (included with #43) KK_4315 SS-23-CD Screw 3/8"-16x 3/4long (4 used) Wheel extension plate (2 used) CAC-1150 Air Filter _-7 "_,_ _ ~ __...
  • Page 16: How To Order Repair Parts

    OWNERS CRAFTSMAN MANUAL PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED AIR COMPRESSOR SERVICE Now that you have purchased your Sears Air Compressor, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck and Co stores, Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit, MODEL NO.

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